Cainiao Network, the logistics arm of Alibaba, is establishing a strong logistics infrastructure at Hainan’s free trade zone as it looks to support trade between Singapore, Hainan and the Chinese Greater Bay Area. The company plans to make Hainan one of its key hubs by implementing technologies and digitalised services, as well as expanding its air network with new cargo routes to key countries for ecommerce like Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. Cainiao aims to fly over … [Read more...] about Cainiao shares Hainan plans, targets 800 cargo flights
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FedEx Singapore rolls out new solution for single packages
FedEx Express has launched a new shipping solution in Singapore that allows guest shippers and one-time users to send single-package shipments with greater ease and flexibility. With the web-based platform FedEx Ship Manager Lite, shippers can drop off their parcels or packages at stations and world service centres in the city state and fulfill the paperwork, such as airway bills, shipping labels and invoices, through their smart phones and devices. The move comes as the accelerated growth … [Read more...] about FedEx Singapore rolls out new solution for single packages
Asia Pacific to take lead in ecommerce logistics
The global e-commerce logistics market grew 27.3% in 2020, according to the latest data from Transport Intelligence, reflecting a surge in e-commerce demand, exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. With a market share of 41.6% globally, Asia Pacific represents the world’s largest market, with China leading the way. 2020 growth The Asia Pacific e-commerce logistics market grew 22% in 2020. Valued at around €153b, it is the largest regional market, accounting for 41.6% of the global total. In … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific to take lead in ecommerce logistics
PLG: Turning market gaps into opportunities
When the first wave of coronavirus cases prompted Singapore to implement a circuit breaker, Pacific Logistics Group was in charge of storing the country’s food supply. As one of the leading homegrown logistics companies in the city state, PLG is playing a crucial role in supply chains across Southeast Asia. Operating across 20 locations in 11 countries, the company handles air freight for perishables and livestock and provides warehousing solutions for frozen and chilled food. With limited … [Read more...] about PLG: Turning market gaps into opportunities
Western Sydney Airport opens up to air cargo operators
Western Sydney Airport looks to capitalise on air freight as it opened up for registrations of interest for companies looking to set up cargo operations in Australia’s soon-to-be air hub. Registrations of interest are sought specifically from existing cargo terminal operators, the airport noted. Cargo operators or handlers at major airports that need a standalone facility are also welcome to apply. Chief executive Simon Hickey is eyeing to become one of Australia’s most important air cargo … [Read more...] about Western Sydney Airport opens up to air cargo operators
ST Engineering, EFW sign A321P2F orders for Irish lessor
ST Engineering and Airbus’ joint venture, Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), announced an order for four Airbus A321 passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversions from Dublin-based leasing company GTLK Europe. The aircraft lessor says the single-aisle converted freighter, is an important complement to its portfolio as it looks to meet the increasing demand in the express and e-commerce cargo market. According to its website, GTLK Europe has more than a dozen Airbus narrowbody jets in its sea and air … [Read more...] about ST Engineering, EFW sign A321P2F orders for Irish lessor
